2018 GKS for ASEAN countries' SCIence and ENgineering Students

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2018

GKS for

ASEAN countries' SCIence and

ENgineering Students

Application Guide

APPLICATION GUIDE

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Application Guide 2018 GKS for ASEAN countries' SCIence and ENgineering Students

The Korean Government invites outstanding students who are majoring in the fields of science and engineering at the universities and colleges of the 10 ASEAN countries. This short-term program is designed to provide students with an in-depth academic training in the science and engineering fields and invaluable experience in Korea. This program seeks to nurture future leaders who will contribute to the development of global society and further enhance relationship between Korea and their home country. Students who are interested in this training program are welcome to apply.

Eligibility

a. Be a citizen of one of the 10 designated ASEAN countries*

* Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam

b. Be enrolled in the second to fourth year as an undergraduate student majoring in science or engineering field at one of the 10 designated ASEAN countries

c. Be fluent in English

d. Be mentally and physically healthy

e. Have the ability and willingness to adapt to Korean culture and life in Korea

Institutions and Fields

No. Institution Field

1 Chosun University Mechanical Engineering, Welding and Joining Science Engineering

2 Chung-Ang University Electrical and Electronics Engineering 3 Chungnam National University Animal and Dairy Science

4 Keimyung University Architecture and Civil Engineering 5 Kyung Hee University

(Global Campus)

Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Environmental Science

Title Period

2018 GKS for ASEAN countries' SCIence and ENgineering Students July 16

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(Monday) ~ August 17

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(Friday) 2018 (5 weeks)

120 undergraduate students in total

National Institute for International Education (NIIED), Ministry of Education, Republic of Korea

Number of Participants Host

Organization

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Application

a. Application Offices

No. Training Institution Contact for Application

1 Chosun University

Office of International Affairs www.chosun.ac.kr

Mr. Sung-woo Lee: sungwoo2@chosun.ac.kr Tel.(+82)62-230-6498, FAX(+82)62-232-7355

2 Chung-Ang University

Office of International Affairs http://oia.cau.ac.kr

Ms. Jihyun Kwon: international@cau.ac.kr Tel.(+82)2-820-6574, FAX(+82)2-813-8069

3 Chungnam National University

Office of International Affairs http://cnuint.cnu.ac.kr

Ms. Minji Park: minji.park@cnu.ac.kr

Tel.(+82)42-821-7048, Fax.(+82)42-821-5125

4 Keimyung University

International Office www.kmu.ac.kr

Ms. Nam Hee On: nho@gw.kmu.ac.kr

Tel.(+82)53-580-6354, Fax.(+82)53-580-6495

5 Kyung Hee University (Global Campus)

Office of International Affairs http://oiak.khu.ac.kr

Ms. Kyungah Suh: kasuh@khu.ac.kr

Tel.(+82)31-201-3967, Fax.(+82)31-201-3969

b. How to Apply

① Choose one of the 5 designated Korean universities according to your major. You can choose only one of the five universities for your application.

② Submit required documents to the chosen application office.

③ If you pass the document screening, you will be invited for an interview from your application office.

Interviews will be conducted by either Skype or phone.

c. Application Deadline : May 11th

* Applications will be processed on the first come first serve basis.

d. Required Documents

① Completed Application Form

② A Copy of the Passport Information Page

③ Proof of Enrollment from Currently Enrolled University

④ Original Sealed Transcript from Currently Enrolled University

⑤ Self-Introduction and Research Plan

⑥ A Letter of Recommendation from an Academic Source

⑦ Certificate of Health(only successful candidate)

* Note : Additional documents may be required from the university you apply to. For documents ①, ⑤, ⑥ and ⑦, you should use the provided template.

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Benefits

NIIED and/or the training institutions will be responsible for round trip air ticket, room and board during the duration of the program, and traveler’s insurance.

※ Participants will be responsible for transportation fare in his/her country, visa fee, etc.

Program

Activities Contents

Orientation Introduction to the overall program Lectures Specific field of study

Korean language, history and culture Research Projects,

Lab Activities

Conduct specific research projects along with mentoring from Korean graduate students

Field Trip Related laboratories, research institutes and/or industrial sites Cultural or historical sites

Closing

Presentation of research results

Awards to the outstanding performances Formation of Alumni network

※ Specific programs will vary according to the training institution.

Others

a. The program will be offered in English.

b. Students will stay in university dormitories (2~3 persons per room, mostly Korean food will be provided).

c. All lectures/events for this program is mandatory. Participation during the weekend may be required.

d. For further information, please contact one of the application offices in the 5 designated Korean universities.

※ It is desirable that students make efforts to understand Korean language, education, culture and etc.

● Korean Language Study www.sejonghakdang.org

● Korean Universities www.studyinkorea.go.kr

● Korean Culture korea.net

● Ministry of Foreign Affairs www.mofa.go.kr

● Visa and Immigration immigration.go.kr